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    Need Help - Wiper linkage assembly

    Can someone post a diagram or give a good description as to how the windshield wiper linkages should be assembled? When I got my '74 Valiant, the linkages were in disarray because the bushings had rotted. I have new bushings, but I cannot figure out the correct orientation for the two...
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    Know who can fix a radio?

    I want to get the original radio in my 1974 Valiant fixed. Anyone know a business that can help me with this?
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    [SOLD] Looking for 2 bbl carb for a 1974 318

    Need a Carter BBD 2 bbl carb for a '74 Valiant with a 318. I am especially interested if it is a #8028 carb. Willing to pay $75 to $150 plus shipping depending on carb condition. ($150 would be new or rebuilt in a box.) PM me with details and a picture if available. I am in South...
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    [SOLD] Trailer Hitch 74 Valiant

    I am looking for a Class 1 (2,000 lb rating) bumper mount trailer hitch for a 74 Valiant. Will pay $60 plus shipping. I am in south Louisiana.
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    Need to remove combustion chamber deposits

    I did a compression test yesterday and I got some numbers that were quite high on some cylinders. The two cylinders with lower numbers were in line with what is expected. I believe I have deposits built-up in the combustion chambers. Anyone have a recommended product and/or procedure to remove...
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    Anyone know my carb jet size?

    I have a 74 Valiant with a 318. It has the stock 2 bbl carb - it's a Carter BBD #8028. Does anyone know what jet size (jet#) is stock in this carb? I want to order the next larger size jets and have them available for when I o'haul the carb.
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    Brake Effort OK? Need Advice

    I'm a newer owner of a 1974 Valiant with 318 and factory power disc brakes. The power brakes require a lot more effort than I am used to. There is definately power assist - but pedal effort seems high compared to newer cars. Is this normal?? The previous owner had replaced the front pads...
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    The dogs ate the instructions

    I ordered some lighter springs for the ignition advance on my 1974 318. Fed-Ex left the envelope at the door. My yard dogs tore the package to little shreds before I got home. I did find the springs in the grass and they were not damaged. But, I could not find part of the instructions. The...
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    Compression values?

    I am going to be performing a compression test on a stock 1974 318. The specs say "100 psi, minimum." What should be the compression reading for a healthy 318??
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    Interior Paint Supplier?

    Does anyone know of a vendor that can supply spray cans of paint that matches the interior color? I am also restoring a 1964 Fairlane. I found a vendor that has the ability to add dye to a base paint spray can and duplicate the interior color. Anyone do this for a 74 Valiant? THANX! Carl
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    Need help with 74 Valiant A/C

    I am diagnosing :banghead: the a/c in a 1974 Valiant and I could use some information. It has factory a/c Is the switch that is mounted on the dryer-receiver a high pressure cut-out switch or a low pressure cut-out switch? To control evaporator temperature, does this vehicle use a low...
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    What does the module on air cleaner do?

    I have a stock 74 Valiant 318. Vacuum for the distributor advance is routed from the carb to a module on the air cleaner housing then to the distributor. What is the function of the vacuum module on the air cleaner? Carl
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    Look what I bought

    I'm going to have a lot of fun with this bomber. :D http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showthread.php?t=150095&highlight=74+valiant
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